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Selecting office furniture is a significant decision for any organization. It’s not only about functionality, but also creating a workspace that aligns with your identity and culture. While there are dozens of different styles – contemporary, modern, traditional, industrial, and more – let’s discuss the differences between minimalist and maximalist furniture.

Gone are the days of static, boring furniture for young learners. Today’s youth needs fun and engaging furnishings that enhance their environment. Whether it’s a school or public library, a media center, or somewhere else where children gather, make sure the space is one that will bring out their creativity! Here are 6 stylish and clever options that we happily recommend:

Prevent wear and tear on your floors by safeguarding them with a chair mat! Our Deflecto premium vinyl chair mats are USDA-certified bio-based products containing 30% bio-based content, are made in the USA, and are Greenguard Gold certified. We know trying to select the right mat can be overwhelming, so we've narrowed it down to the 4 main things you need to consider.

Utilizing outdoor furniture and creating a unique outdoor space, no matter your industry, can create a more comfortable and inviting environment, and it can be used for a variety of activities, including relaxing, dining, socializing, and entertainment. Here are 4 great ways that you may be able to use outdoor furniture at your workplace:

As office furniture has evolved, wood furnishings may seem like they have been nearly completely phased out in place of more plastic, metal, and fabric pieces. However, wood pieces still have a place in today’s workplaces and wood tones are always a popular choice. Here are some ways our Furniture Experts can help you add wood and wood-tone furnishings to your workspace — while considering your individual needs and aesthetics!

When it comes to tables, one size does NOT fit all! We’re here to help match you with the tables and workstations that fit the individual needs of every facet of your workplace, from offices to break rooms to conference rooms and beyond!

You don’t need to design your workplace around bold colors, unique shapes, or straight-up oddities to make it stand out (unless that’s the aesthetic you’re going for!) When you’re wanting to furnish a comfortable workplace that still has a “wow” factor, consider intentional details that can add a touch of tradition, elegance, or individuality.

The Furniture By Perry team explored what’s new, what’s hot, and what’s staying relevant in the workplace furniture industry at MillerKnoll’s Design Days, introducing 30 new products and product line extensions from MillerKnoll and their brands, and NeoCon, which has been the world’s leading platform and most important event of the year for the commercial interior design industry since 1969.

The Furniture By Perry team traveled to Chicago, Illinois this June to browse the MillerKnoll Design Days showcase, and in turn, joined them in celebrating the 75th anniversary of the iconic Womb Chair from Knoll.

Study after study has shown that noisy offices lower productivity. Whether through direct or indirect distractions, many office workers find it hard to stay focused in loud workplaces. The most common sounds that hamper work are colleagues talking to each other and taking calls, and the sounds of eating, singing/humming, and other "bodily noises" follow closely behind. That's why the Furniture by Perry team is knowledgeable in sound dampening and sound masking systems to minimize noise in any area of your workplace!